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Ruffini, Julio L.; Todd, Harry F. – Gerontologist, 1979
A network model for the organization of the elderly for self-help and the development of leadership is described. The model is recommended as the most appropriate for those concerned with organizing all types of elderly, even if only minimally, on a large scale, for a sustained period of time. (Author)
Descriptors: Community Programs, Gerontology, Leadership Training, Models
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Yaggy, Susan D.; Michener, J. Lloyd; Yaggy, Duncan; Champagne, Mary T.; Silberberg, Mina; Lyn, Michelle; Johnson, Fred; Yarnall, Kimberly S. H. – Gerontologist, 2006
Purpose: To promote health and maintain independence, Just for Us provides financially sustainable, in-home, integrated care to medically fragile, low-income seniors and disabled adults living in subsidized housing. Design and Methods: The program provides primary care, care management, and mental health services delivered in patient's homes by a…
Descriptors: Older Adults, Medical Services, Nursing Homes, Disabilities
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Mukamel, Dana B.; Temkin-Greener, Helena; Delavan, Rachel; Peterson, Derick R.; Gross, Diane; Kunitz, Stephen; Williams, T. Franklin – Gerontologist, 2006
Purpose: The Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is a community-based program providing primary, acute, and long-term care to frail elderly individuals. A central component of the PACE model is the interdisciplinary care team, which includes both professionals and non-professionals. The purpose of this study was to examine the…
Descriptors: Older Adults, Teamwork, Health Programs, Interdisciplinary Approach